Liechtenstein Discovery Guide

Overview

The microstate of Liechtenstein is one of the many landlocked states in Europe. It is surrounded by the countries of Switzerland and Austria, and is recognized as the smallest German speaking country in the world. Liechtenstein has been considered as a prime destination for business travelers who are venturing out to other parts of the world to expand their business. This is because the microstate of Liechtenstein prides itself to have an extremely strong financial sector, so much so that it is considered as one of the tax havens in this side of the world.

But it is not only businessmen and entrepreneurs that are drawn to the microstate of Liechtenstein. The microstate is also a favorite ski destination for tourists. It should come not as a surprise, since the geography of the microstate of Liechtenstein is characterized by vast mountain ranges. When winter comes and the snow falls, it turns these mountain ranges into great ski slopes providing a variety in difficulty levels guaranteed to challenge any avid skier.

During the summer months, Liechtenstein offers tourists a variety of different historic attractions that are as educational as they are breathtaking. One of the must visit spots is the National Art Gallery in the capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz. Apart from it housing some of the finest contemporary art pieces by renowned Swiss artists, the architecture of the building has been recognized as a landmark of the city and the microstate, making it one of the most famous tourist destinations in Liechtenstein.